East Algarve, Portugal-Episode 5 on January 7th 2015- A Place in the Sun

2015 / East Algarve, Portugal-Episode 5 on January 7th 2015- A Place in the Sun on 7 January 2015

Peter and Karen Williams fell in love with Portugal’s Eastern Algarve 12 years ago and have been smitten with it ever since. Now they want to put down some roots and relocate there permanently. Jasmine Harman finds five incredible homes for their budget of £150,000.

Property 1:

Three-bed house in Cerra Dos Avores, €198,000

With a private pool and stunning views, this three-bed house also has outdoor terraces to enjoy. Re/Max Estate Agents (www.remax-lagos-algarve.com).

Property 2:

Two-bed cottage in Santo Estevao, €199,000

Fully refurbished and extended traditional country cottage with private garden. Property includes a guest annex with its own shower and kitchenette. Tavira House and Home (www.tavirahouseandhome.com).

Proeprty 3:

Two-bed farmhouse near Tavira, €199,950

Traditional 'quinta' or farmhouse with open plan living areas and two double bedrooms. Outdoor terraces and an automatic irrigation system for the mature garden. Land and Houses Algarve (www.landandhousesalgarve.com/default.aspx).

Property 4:

Two-bed detached villa in Santa Catarina, €199,000

Built in the early 1900s, this villa has thick stone walls and a wood-burning stove in the living room. Fully renovated with a new roof in 2000. Russell and Decoz Real Estate (www.a-p-g.net/mon/).

Property 5:

Two-bed villa in Sao Bras de Alportel, €198,000

Set in a small hamlet with just three houses, this two-bed, two bathroom villa has a swimming pool. Private vendor.